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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Kew Gardens Hills vs Upper East Side

Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Queens|Manhattan

Kew Gardens Hills

Queens

Upper East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$315K
$1.5M
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
68
1629
Avg Days on Market
132 days
69 days
YoY Price Change
-18.3%
+28.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
15
155

Detailed Comparison

MetricKew Gardens HillsUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$315,000$1,500,000
Median Condo Price$558,510$1,623,660
Median Co-op Price$287,467$1,305,000
Median Rent$2,800$4,250
Active Listings681629
Rental Inventory351584
Days on Market13269
Price Cut Share16.2%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume15155
YoY Price Change-18.3%+28.9%
YoY Rent Change+1.8%+7.6%
YoY Inventory Change+44.7%+5.8%
Subway LinesN/A4 5 6

Neighborhood Profiles

Kew Gardens Hills

Kew Gardens Hills provides a tranquil setting for those seeking space and value within New York City. The area is known for its spirited atmosphere and a real estate market that features a blend of tranquil cooperatives and traditional multi-family residences.

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Upper East Side

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

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Transit Access

Kew Gardens Hills

No subway data available

Upper East Side

456

77 St (6) — 0.2 mi

86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi

68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi

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